What are the best unique hotels near Arthur's Seat?

Some of the more popular unique hotels near Arthur's Seat include: Prestonfield Traveler rating: 4.5/5 The Inn on the Mile Traveler rating: 4.5/5 Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Do any unique hotels in Edinburgh have a pool?

Popular unique hotels in Edinburgh that have a pool include: The Balmoral Hotel Traveler rating: 4.5/5 Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh Traveler rating: 4.5/5 Apex Waterloo Place Hotel Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Which unique hotels are close to Turnhouse Airport?

These unique hotels are close to Turnhouse Airport: The Chester Residence Traveler rating: 5.0/5 Cheval Old Town Chambers Traveler rating: 5.0/5 The Rutland Hotel Traveler rating: 4.5/5

What are the best unique hotels in Edinburgh?

Some of the best unique hotels in Edinburgh are: The Chester Residence Traveler rating: 5.0/5 Cheval Old Town Chambers Traveler rating: 5.0/5 The Rutland Hotel Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Which unique hotels in Edinburgh offer a gym?

A gym is available to guests at the following unique hotels in Edinburgh: The Balmoral Hotel Traveler rating: 4.5/5 Dakota Edinburgh Traveler rating: 4.5/5 Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Which unique hotels in Edinburgh have rooms with great views?

These unique hotels in Edinburgh have great views and are well-liked by travelers: Cheval Old Town Chambers Traveler rating: 5.0/5 The Rutland Hotel Traveler rating: 4.5/5 Prestonfield Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Which unique hotels in Edinburgh are romantic?

These unique hotels in Edinburgh have been described as romantic by other travelers: The Chester Residence Traveler rating: 5.0/5 Cheval Old Town Chambers Traveler rating: 5.0/5 The Rutland Hotel Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Which unique hotels in Edinburgh are good for families?

Families traveling in Edinburgh enjoyed their stay at the following unique hotels: The Chester Residence Traveler rating: 5.0/5 Cheval Old Town Chambers Traveler rating: 5.0/5 The Balmoral Hotel Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Do any unique hotels in Edinburgh offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast can be enjoyed at the following unique hotels in Edinburgh: The Rutland Hotel Traveler rating: 4.5/5 Prestonfield Traveler rating: 4.5/5 Ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Which unique hotels in Edinburgh have free parking?

These unique hotels in Edinburgh have free parking: The Dunstane Houses Traveler rating: 4.5/5 Prestonfield Traveler rating: 4.5/5 Dakota Edinburgh Traveler rating: 4.5/5

THE 10 BEST Unique Edinburgh Hotels - Oct 2020 (with Prices)

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Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

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3,636 reviews

#1 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“The check in was easy and our room very comfortable, tastefully decorated and I really like the unusual design of the glass bathroom area with its mood lighting.”
“Buffet area is ausmm its open its feel like you are sitting in garden and having your breakfast I really feel luxury the hotel is old but unique.”

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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian

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5,069 reviews

#2 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“It was superb, Charming front desk staff that were so helpful and welcoming , a large,quite quirky room with many little extras.”
“The rooms can be quirky but feel "authentic" to the exterior, some can be colder than others and some are odd shapes but most are very generous sizes as long as you stay away from the cheapest room categories.”

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The Balmoral Hotel

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4,838 reviews

#3 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“The room was very confortable, the position of the hotel is fantastic , in the town center, very close to the train station,the beauty of the palace and of the furniture is unique!”
“It is unusual to feel so connected to a place, but the Balmoral that special place that I would recommend for an outstanding”one-of-a-kind” visit to Edinburgh.”

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Radisson Collection Hotel Royal Mile Edinburgh

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#4 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“Our deluxe room was stunning,decorated in an amazing and unusual black and white style and with a funky shower room with heated floors- bliss!”
“The room was decorated by a local artist and therefore completely unique and both my daughter and myself loved the arty style of the suite.”

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Nira Caledonia

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1,578 reviews

#5 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“The staff at Nira Caledonia were great and provided a unique experience compared to your typical franchise hotels.”
“We would definitely stay again, it's a short walk into the main shopping area and is 5 mins downhill to quirky Stockbridge”

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The Glasshouse, Autograph Collection

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#6 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“Well appointed and spacious accommodation, outstanding service from Front Office and beautiful views from the Roof Terrace, make this quite quirky hotel, seamlessly marrying old and new, a real delight and an idea...”
“This hotel is unique and quirky, absolutely amazing The roof top garden and balcony have amazing views right in the heart of the city and walking distance to restaurants and the Royal Mile Staff went out of their...”

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The Scotsman Hotel

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#7 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“It is a lovely and historic hotel, offers some unique and charming services, is in a great location for walking to Edinburgh's various historical sites, and features a friendly and helpful staff.”
“really loved this place it was the old premises from where the old Scotmans newspaper was printed sonallmthe rooms are different it is an old building which i loved a bit quirky the people were brilliant had a goo...”

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Cheval Old Town Chambers

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1,671 reviews

#8 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“Housed in one of the most stunning buildings on Roxburgh's Court, these unique and beautifully appointed apartments offers the best combination of hotel style with private facilities.”
“This extraordinary hotel offers unique, meticulously appointed spaces, together with the best service one could hope for!”

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The Bonham Hotel

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#9 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“... in a boutique hotel that was full of charm, with great rooms, a top-class restaurant and all set in unique and quiet surroundings with stunning views over the city that was just a 10 minute level walk to Edinb...”
“Room service was excellent, bar really good with some unusual whisky, bar man very knowledgeable can’t remember his name but he was a Slovakian.”

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The Inn on the Mile

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#10 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“We stayed here for 3 nights in March and were very happy with our choice: excellent location, unique style, heartwarming staff and very nice room.”
“Loved this quirky hotel and the top floor room we had was amazing, worth all the stairs we had to climb to get there.”

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Ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square

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#11 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“Clean, quirky yet sophisticated, room size ideal, large window with a blackout curtains, so if you need to take a nap before your check out because of long journey back home- works just great.”
“Spacious room nicely decorated with little quirky touches, very very comfortable bed, definitely will come back!!”

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Le Monde Hotel Edinburgh

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#12 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“Lovely small boutique hotel with perfect location near Rose Lane and Thistle Lane pubs and restaurants, quiet rooms and lively bar scene at street level, fabulous rain shower and tub! Fun unique decor in each room.”
“Just back from the LE MONDE hotel is Edinburgh, we had an amazing couple of nights here we loved the quirkiness of the hotel and the fact all the rooms are unique, we stayed in the Dublin and the Berlin rooms whic...”

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The Chester Residence

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#13 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“Our residence (all are styled with a common theme but each is unique) had a very large living room which was comfortable for 2 but could easily accommodate 20 and served as our evening socializing room.”
“The townhouse style and small size make it truly unique.”

The Rutland Hotel

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#14 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“A wonderfully and quirky hotel, with brillaint staff, lovely rooms, fantastic breakfast, brilliant location, and a bar thats open late.”
“This unique Hotel is really amazing, from the beautiful georgian entrance to the unusual,stylish apartment, just beautiful.”

The Dunstane Houses

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#15 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“I loved the unique character of the building, central location and amazing service from front desk/reservations/bar/restaurant.”
“Wonderfully Unique + Beautiful Hotel”

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#16 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“Opulence, theatre and luxury are combined in James Thomson's quirky and stylish reworking of this A-listed historic century mansion where minimalism is banished and maximalism rules!”
“Prestonfield is almost unique amongst 5-star hotels in numerous ways, but the way the entire hotel and it’s staff welcome and make her feel special is outstanding.”

Tigerlily Hotel

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#17 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“From stepping in the entrance to leaving it’s like a fairytale adventure for adults!Excellent food delicious cocktails lovely lovely staff and beautiful quirky decor!Loved it!We felt as though we had been there fo...”
“We always enjoy staying at the Tigerlily Hotel in Edinburgh and particularly we enjoy the amazing breakfast service, stunning and quirky downstairs design and array of amenities (dressing gowns, slippers etc.) not...”

Dakota Edinburgh

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#18 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“Overall we were very well looked after and it was a very special night away in a very special and unique hotel.”
“We chose this hotel because it has a unique design which we like - it is somewhat masculine in tone, favouring dark woods and shades.”

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

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#19 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“The rooms are modern and clean and make you feel relaxed and include tea & cofee provisions, some delicious cookies and of course the much talked about rubber duck, quirky and cute.”
“Restaurant is welcoming with a slightly unusual menu but never-the-less very tasty.”

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#20 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“... we worked with the events staff to develop a day like that of an an emerging jigsaw puzzle picture featuring us and our families celebrating our wedding day together in the most unique and special venue.”
“Our family of 6 adults and 1 12 year old stayed for two nights we thoroughly enjoyed the hotel found it to be very quirky and comfortable.”

Grassmarket Hotel

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#21 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“... mile,grey friars and lots of great night life,bars and eating places.Loved breakfast great choice and porridge was yummy.Clean cosy rooms with lots of lovely quirky things.A must stay !! Loved every minute”
“Quirky, characterful room, comfortable and spotlessly clean, and right on the corner of the lovely Grassmarket square (rectangle?) which is our favourite part of the city.”

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#22 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“Great hotel with fantastic facilities for the price, quirky details really add to the character.”
“It's very quirky and modern, with unexpected touches, such as two free cans of lager left in the room, two Tunnocks tea cakes and two Wham bars!”

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh

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#23 Best Value of 23 Unique Hotels in Edinburgh

“Rooms are beautifully decorated & very unique and we loved the little extras .. tea cakes, caramel waffer’s, bath robes and ear plugs if required !! Loved the decor, loved the friendly atmosphere and loved the coc...”
“Our room was spotlessly clean with a quirky style and modern facilities.”

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Frequently Asked Questions about unique hotels

What are the best unique hotels near Arthur's Seat?
Some of the more popular unique hotels near Arthur's Seat include:
Prestonfield - Traveler rating: 4.5/5

The Inn on the Mile - Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Do any unique hotels in Edinburgh have a pool?
Popular unique hotels in Edinburgh that have a pool include:
The Balmoral Hotel - Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh - Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Which unique hotels are close to Turnhouse Airport?
These unique hotels are close to Turnhouse Airport:
The Chester Residence - Traveler rating: 5.0/5

Cheval Old Town Chambers - Traveler rating: 5.0/5

The Rutland Hotel - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
What are the best unique hotels in Edinburgh?
Some of the best unique hotels in Edinburgh are:
The Chester Residence - Traveler rating: 5.0/5

Cheval Old Town Chambers - Traveler rating: 5.0/5

The Rutland Hotel - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Which unique hotels in Edinburgh offer a gym?
A gym is available to guests at the following unique hotels in Edinburgh:
The Balmoral Hotel - Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Dakota Edinburgh - Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Which unique hotels in Edinburgh have rooms with great views?
These unique hotels in Edinburgh have great views and are well-liked by travelers:
Cheval Old Town Chambers - Traveler rating: 5.0/5

The Rutland Hotel - Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Prestonfield - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Which unique hotels in Edinburgh are romantic?
These unique hotels in Edinburgh have been described as romantic by other travelers:
The Chester Residence - Traveler rating: 5.0/5

Cheval Old Town Chambers - Traveler rating: 5.0/5

The Rutland Hotel - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Which unique hotels in Edinburgh are good for families?
Families traveling in Edinburgh enjoyed their stay at the following unique hotels:
The Chester Residence - Traveler rating: 5.0/5

Cheval Old Town Chambers - Traveler rating: 5.0/5

The Balmoral Hotel - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Do any unique hotels in Edinburgh offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast can be enjoyed at the following unique hotels in Edinburgh:
The Rutland Hotel - Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Prestonfield - Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square - Traveler rating: 4.5/5
Which unique hotels in Edinburgh have free parking?
These unique hotels in Edinburgh have free parking:
The Dunstane Houses - Traveler rating: 4.5/5

Prestonfield - Traveler rating: 4.5/5

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